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If you're anything like us, you had your gifts picked out and wrapped by August. What, no one else does that!? Well, whether you forgot your favorite kitty friend (or said kitty's owner) in your early gift shopping, or you simply haven't figured out what to get yet, we have some awesome cat gift ideas for you. And the best part is, you can get most of these things in a local store -- no stressing over whether your gift will get here on time!

Great last-minute gifts for cats and cat owners

Joy the Baker takes a moment from creating delicious treats to make her cat an amazing-looking catnip-filled dancer toy -- and shares how you can make one too! All it takes is a few materials you can find at a local craft or dollar store, and a basic knowledge of how to use a needle. Fill the toy with Tabby James catnip and you'll win over any cat.

If you passed up the first entry on this list at the mention of sewing, you're in luck: Mrs. Frugal Franny has an idea for a cute catnip-filled toy that requires no sewing. Just place catnip and some crumpled paper in the middle of a square piece of fabric, pull up the sides, and use a thin strip of fabric to tie it shut. We think anyone can handle that.

3. A cat-inspired mug

You can never have too many mugs, right? Especially when they're adorable and cat-themed. You can pick one up almost anywhere, and personalize it by filling it with cat treats (or human treats -- just make sure they know which it is!). Here's a stylish cup from Anthropologie, a sillier one from Sears, or get classy with these stem-less wine glasses from Urban Outfitters.

A cute addition to any cat-lover's kitchen, these measuring cups can be paired with a few homemade kitty treat recipes for a thoughtful gift. Cat owners can use these to scoop out the right amount of food for their cats -- or just enjoy a smile while they bake.

Make a gift that will help others by donating to a local animal shelter. Put together a care package or simply make a monetary donation in someone else's name to give the best gift of all to everyone involved.